description NGC 6804 Overview
NGC 6804 is a planetary nebula in the constellation Aquila. It has a ring-like bright inner shell and a much fainter, more extended outer halo, giving the object a layered appearance in deep images. William Herschel recorded the nebula in 1791. Like other planetary nebulae, it consists of gas expelled by a star during a late stage of stellar evolution, illuminated by the remaining hot central star.
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How good is NGC 6804?
NGC 6804 scores 5.89/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Nebula category.
What are the best alternatives to NGC 6804?
See our alternatives page for NGC 6804 for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: NGC 6772, NGC 6781 (Snowglobe Nebula), Little Ghost Nebula (NGC 6369).
How does NGC 6804 compare to NGC 6772?
See our detailed comparison of NGC 6804 vs NGC 6772 with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is NGC 6804 worth it in 2026?
With a score of 5.89/10, NGC 6804 is a solid option in Nebula. See all Nebula ranked.
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